Posting number: 26-110
Department: Public Works
Division: Right of Ways
Job classification: Public Works Maintenance Worker I/Driver-ROW
Posting type: Open
Categories: Community Services, Public Works, Trades, Natural Resources, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance, Drivers, Grounds & Landscaping, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Construction Trades
The City of Fairfax is seeking a dependable and safety-conscious professional to join our team as a Truck Driver. This hands-on position plays an important role in supporting the City’s construction, maintenance, and public works operations through the operation of a variety of trucks and specialized equipment. From snow removal and leaf collection to hauling materials and assisting with tree maintenance, this role contributes directly to keeping our community safe, clean, and well-maintained while delivering essential services to residents and visitors.
This position is responsible working in the operation of a variety of trucks for construction and maintenance purposes.
Work involves the operation and care of trucks snow plowing, leaf collecting, water flushing and general hauling or may involve the operation of a bucket truck to remove tree limbs and for other purposes. Work also may involve a variety of semiskilled and general labor work. Occasionally operate brush and refine trucks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a crew leader and is reviewed through observation and daily reports.
Operates vehicles and equipment; hauls construction materials to and from job sites; loads and unloads materials.
Inspects truck and equipment to ensure proper operation and servicing; reports safety violations and repair needs to superior; performs routine maintenance and servicing of assigned vehicle.
Performs a variety of semi-skilled and general labor tasks related to the work of the crew to which assigned during periods and at intervals when not actually engaged in truck driving or equipment operation.
Operates backhoe, loader, tamper, or other types of equipment when required.
Maintains safety regulations and work standards in operation of vehicles and equipment.
Performs snow and ice removal duties.
May be required to respond to emergencies outside normal workday.
Performs related work as assigned.
The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills.
Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
Requires one year experience driving heavy trucks or closely related experience.
Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned vehicles.
Considerable knowledge of traffic laws and regulations involved in vehicle operation.
Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of assigned work.
Ability to read maps.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to follow city safety regulations.
Skill in driving assigned vehicles.
Possession of a valid class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air brakes & Tanker N endorsements, with a good driving record.
Selected candidates with an active CDL will receive a $2,000 bonus upon hire. (Paid per pay period, 26 pay periods per year)
Selected candidates with an active CDL learner’s permit will receive a $1,000 bonus upon hire. (Paid per pay period, 26 pay periods per year)
The City of Fairfax is a 6.3-square-mile independent city in Northern Virginia. Our 25,000 residents live at the crossroads of Northern Virginia: just 20 minutes from Washington, DC, next door to George Mason University, and right down the road from Northern Virginia Community College. The city offers an attractive blend of commercial, office, retail and residential properties. It combines the charm of a small town with the opportunities of a thriving urban area.
